Lee County, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
792,692 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,099 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$326,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$706 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,404 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cape Coral-Fort Myers Metro Area
4
Florida
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cape Coral-Fort Myers Metro Area
3
Florida
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 62
Feb 2 0 65
Mar 2 0 68
Apr 2 0 72
May 3 0 77
Jun 8 0 81
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 7 0 81
Oct 3 0 76
Nov 2 0 70
Dec 2 0 65

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, FL State Senate District 33, FL State House District 79, FL
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Schools

Pelican Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Cape Elementary School
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Florida SouthWestern State College
6 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Cape Coral Technical College
7 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Cape Coral Hospital
6 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Lee Memorial Hospital
8 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Punta Gorda Airport
25 miles, N • 1.9 star
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